BITCOIN CONTINUATION PATTERN
What is a Continuation?
A continuation pattern is when a trend continues in the same direction after ranging price action or a consolidation phase. The overall longer term trend needs to be assessed for traders to enter into a continuation trade. Ideally, the long term trend will continue to build in strength after completion of a continuation pattern.
3 Price Continuation Behaviours
Trade in the price breakout direction.
When the price breaks the resistance level long/short, the trend continues.
Failure of the trade indicates a trend reversal.
Continuation Candlestick Chart Patterns
There are many different candlestick chart patterns that can be observed when price is ranging before a breakout.
Head & Shoulders
Ascending/Descending Triangle
Harmonic Patterns (bats, bears, sharks, butterflies etc)
Flags & Pennants
Double Tops or Bottoms
Four Stages That Define A Pattern Set Up
The original trend direction is interupted by a new set up pattern. A breakout then occurs and the original trend is resumed.
Original trend direction
A new pattern is set up
A breakout occurs
The trend continues or a price reversal is made.